Your medical practitioner will discuss with you the product’s indications, contra-indications, incompatibilities, and potential undesirable effects/risks associated with dermal filler injection and ensure that you are aware of the signs and symptoms of potential complications.

• Avoid taking Aspirin, Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) such as Motrin for 5 days prior to the procedure.

• Vitamin E, Fish Oil, Ginko Biloba, St Johns Wart, Ginseng, and Garlic 7-10 days prior to the procedure. These drugs and herbs may cause excessive bleeding or bruising.

• Eat at least 1 cup of fresh pineapple or pineapple juice for 3 days prior to the appointment. (the enzyme it contains can help prevent bruising and swelling)

• Arnica Montana (found at any health food store) as directed will also help prevent bruising and swelling and is highly recommended.

• Avoid dental procedures including cleanings 2 weeks before and after injections.

• Avoid excessive heat such as saunas, hot showers, the hot sun, or cooking over a hot stove. This may cause the blood vessels to dilate and cause more bleeding and bruising.

• Avoid strenuous exercise after the procedure. This may raise your blood pressure and pulse, causing more bruising and swelling.

• Avoid direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time. Wear sunblock to protect your skin. Sunlight may cause permanent discoloration after bruising.

• Avoid drinking alcohol for 24 hours after treatment. Alcohol may cause the blood vessels to dilate and cause more bruising.

• If lips are treated avoid straw drinking immediately after your treatment and for 2 weeks.

• No massages of the area treated or with face in a massage cradle for 2 weeks after treatment.

• Avoid taking Advil, Vitamin E, Ginger, Ginko, Bilboa, Ginseng, and Garlic for 2 weeks after the procedure since this may increase the risk of bruising. You may shower and do most other regular daily activities.

• Do not apply Make-up after the procedure for 12 to 24 hours.

• You may apply cold compresses or ice to the treatment sites to reduce swelling and bruising if instructed by your provider.

• We recommend Arnica Montana pills or gel to prevent bruising these can be purchased in our office or at any health food store.

• Note that any bumps or marks from the extremely small needle sticks will go away within a few hours. If you do develop a bruise, it will resolve like any other bruise. There is occasionally some mild pain, swelling, itching, or redness at the site of injection, like most other injections. Redness may last for 1-2 days, rarely longer.